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French patrol aircraft threatened by Russian military: minister

French patrol aircraft threatened by Russian military: minister

A French maritime patrol aircraft was the object of an "intimidation attempt" this week by the Russian military over the Baltic Sea, France said Friday, calling the incident "unacceptable".

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Belgium sack national team coach Tedesco

Belgium sack national team coach Tedesco

Belgium's football association on Friday announced the sacking of national team coach Domenico Tedesco after disappointing performances at Euro 2024 and in the Nations League.

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Djokovic 'big fan' of Collins' reaction to Melbourne hecklers

Djokovic 'big fan' of Collins' reaction to Melbourne hecklers

Novak Djokovic called Danielle Collins' feisty reaction to Australian Open hecklers "funny" and "smart" after himself getting riled up during his third-round win on Friday.

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Miami Dolphins chosen for NFL's first game in Spain

Miami Dolphins chosen for NFL's first game in Spain

The Miami Dolphins will feature in the first NFL game to be held in Spain as the league expands its international footprint, organisers announced on Friday.

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Russia, Iran to harden military and trade ties in new pact

Russia, Iran to harden military and trade ties in new pact

Russia and Iran are poised to sign a new treaty on Friday to cement their military and economic ties, a pact between two of the world's most heavily sanctioned nations that is likely to alarm the West.

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Israeli security cabinet approves Gaza ceasefire deal

Israeli security cabinet approves Gaza ceasefire deal

Israel's security cabinet approved in a vote on Friday a Gaza ceasefire and hostage release deal that should take effect this weekend, the prime minister's office said.

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Russia sentences Navalny lawyers to years behind bars

Russia sentences Navalny lawyers to years behind bars

Russia on Friday sentenced three lawyers who had defended Alexei Navalny to several years in prison for bringing messages from the late opposition leader from prison to the outside world.

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Mammoth Haaland contract 'exceptional' news for Man City: Guardiola

Mammoth Haaland contract 'exceptional' news for Man City: Guardiola

Pep Guardiola said Friday that Erling Haaland's new nine-and-a-half-year contract at Manchester City is "exceptional news" for the Premier League champions.

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Djokovic suggests 'nice dancers' should come on court between sets

Djokovic suggests 'nice dancers' should come on court between sets

Novak Djokovic said on Friday that tennis needs to be "more fun" and suggested dancers should be brought on court during breaks.

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Pompeii reveals 'impressive' bath complex

Pompeii reveals 'impressive' bath complex

Archaeologists at Pompeii have uncovered a private thermal baths complex where guests would take the plunge before sitting down to sumptuous feasts, the Italian site said Friday.

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